Workforce Development Analyst 2

Would you like to make a positive impact on apprenticeship programs in the commonwealth? The Department of Labor & Industry (L&I), Apprentice Training Office, is seeking a highly motivated Workforce Development Analyst 2 to join the team. In this vital role, you will have the opportunity to provide a variety of outreach, promotional, and technical advisory duties within a specific geographical assignment area on behalf of the Apprenticeship and Training Office. If you are a detail oriented professional wanting to make your mark on workforce programs in Pennsylvania, we encourage you to apply today!

This position serves as the main provider of technical assistance to potential or existing registered apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship program sponsors. Primary duties include exploration and assessment of fit for apprenticeship, partnering, building program structures and ecosystems, assisting with registration processes and preparing for program approval. Additionally, you will be responsible for proper launch and maintenance of programs, conducting provisional and compliance reviews in accordance with policy requirements, as well as continuous assistance in program capacity building, review and assessment. You will have the opportunity to provide guidance and propose solutions to complex problems, evaluate workforce development guidance, and conduct presentations to varying groups of individuals.

Assigned Area of Coverage: Erie, Crawford, Warren, Venango, Forest, Clarion, McKean, Potter, Elk, Cameron, Jefferson, Clearfield, Clinton, Lycoming, Columbia, Centre, Union, Montour, Mifflin, Snyder, Northumberland, Tioga, Bradford, Susquehanna, Sullivan, Wyoming, Lackawanna, Carbon, Monroe, Pike, Wayne, Luzerne, and Schuylkill counties.

Headquarter location will be set within a PA CareerLink or L&I designated location in the designated coverage area based on the location of the chosen staff member and availability of office space.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to three days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the designated headquarter location full-time. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Workforce Development Analyst 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of experience in performing technical work in a workforce development program, and a bachelor's degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.